Articles tagged as: IPB
July 18, 2023
Alex Zimmerman is Indiana's newest state lawmaker after GOP precinct caucus
Alex Zimmerman is the newest member of the Indiana House of Representatives.
Read MoreJuly 18, 2023
How are some museums using statewide art grant funds?
This year, Indiana Arts Commissions various grants are providing more than $3 million to eligible art organizations throughout the state. Its Arts Organization Support (AOS) grants are centered around equitable access and support for various arts organizations.
Read MoreJuly 17, 2023
How to protect yourself from wildfire smoke
Many experts say it's best to stay inside if possible and wear an approved N95 mask if you have to be outside. However, poor air can still seep into homes and businesses.
Read MoreJuly 17, 2023
Brad Chambers to leave IEDC, fueling speculation of gubernatorial run
Indiana Secretary of Commerce Brad Chambers announced Monday he will soon step down after two years leading the states economic development arm.
Read MoreJuly 14, 2023
IDOE hears update on new graduation requirements as it prepares work-based learning expansion
The Indiana Department of Education says students are not graduating with the skills they need to be successful after high school. To better prepare students to pursue higher learning or enter the workforce after graduating, the IDOE is reimagining real-world experience in schools.
Read MoreJuly 14, 2023
Environmental justice groups, INDOT work to address equity concerns over EV chargers
The federal program aims to set up charging stations along interstates and other major highways to encourage EV adoption.
Read MoreJuly 14, 2023
Disabled advocates push for control over in-home care as solution to Indiana’s care worker shortag
State officials will soon create a registry of direct support professionals or DSPs who provide in-home care to people with mental and developmental disabilities. The goal is to track abuse and neglect. Advocates say the registry only partly addresses systemic issues that harm workers and clients alike. They say "self-directed care" may be a fuller solution.
Read MoreJuly 14, 2023
Earth-friendly native plants aren't always a welcome sight — some cities, HOAs aim to change that
Native plants arent just good for birds and bees. They also make the land more resilient to the effects of climate change and can even help prevent it. But cities and homeowners associations dont always like the way they look putting them at odds with residents who want to grow native plants in their yards.
Read MoreJuly 13, 2023
IDOE provides update on ILEARN redesign
The statewide ILEARN test will look different over the next few years as the Indiana Department of Education works to redesign the test. The IDOE says the redesign will improve the tests quality and usefulness to educators by including three new checkpoints, flexible scheduling, and a shortened final assessment at the end of the year.
Read MoreJuly 13, 2023
State revenues starting to normalize, ending fiscal year with $3 billion in reserves
Indianas revenue situation is beginning to normalize after years of major fluctuations due to the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact.
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